Cinnamon-Almond Biscotti

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Good for breakfast, as an afternoon snack or for dessert, these biscotti satisfy crunchy cravings with a hint of chocolate, the nuttiness of almonds and a touch of cinnamon spice.

Total Time:
1:55

Prep:
0:10

Level:
Moderate

Serves:
80

Ingredients

1.75 c. sugar

1.25 stick butter or margarine (not spread)

1 tsp. baking soda

1 tsp. baking powder

1.25 tsp. ground cinnamon

5 large eggs

1 tbsp. vanilla extract

2 squares unsweetened chocolate

4 c. all-purpose flour

1.50 c. whole unblanched (natural) almonds

Egg glaze: 1 egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water

Directions

In a large bowl beat sugar, butter, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon with an electric mixer until blended.

Add eggs and extract; beat until smooth. Stir in grated chocolate. With mixer on low speed, beat in flour, half at a time. Stir in almonds. Cover dough and refrigerate 1 hour or until firm enough to shape.